- It is best to let your lobster thaw overnight in the fridge or, for spontaneous occasions, in a water bath for about an hour.
- In order not to overpower the extraordinary taste of lobster, you should only season it a little, for example with lemon, fine herbs, mild chilies or, as is classic, with salt and pepper.
- If you want to marinate your lobster before grilling, remove the excess marinade before grilling to avoid creating a flash fire
- Halved lobster: After thawing, gently loosen the meat from the shell with a knife, but do not remove it completely. This will make it easier to remove it later and the aromas can spread well.
- Lobster tails: The meat of lobster tails is perfectly protected by the shell. Cook them either whole or halve them with a knife. This also makes it easy to loosen the meat.
- Tail & claw meat: The tail & claw meat is ready to be prepared immediately after thawing. If you don't feel like shelling, this is the perfect choice.
- Broken meat: Ideal for grilling on aluminum foil, in a grill tray or grill basket. To prevent the meat from becoming dry and tough, cook on low to medium heat.
Grill lobster
Tips & tricks on how to perfectly prepare lobster on the grill
Hard shell, soft core: the lobster is one of the most popular delicacies among crustaceans. The firm meat with a sweet taste makes it a unique delicacy. Grilled, the crustacean is a special treat for the palate. To help you prepare this extraordinary animal successfully, you can find our tips and tricks for preparation, various recipe ideas and the perfect accompaniment to your grilled lobster dish here.
Finest lobster for grilling
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Canadian lobster tail
in shell
19,99 €*
16,66 € /100g
European lobster tail
in shell
from 27,99 €*
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Canadian lobster
tail & claws meat, raw
from 29,99 €*
European lobster tail, halved
in shell
28,99 €*
263,55 € /kg
European lobster meat
broken meat
54,99 €*
219,96 € /kg
European lobster
tail & claws meat, raw
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Canadian lobster, halved
with head, Shell & scissors
19,99 €*
124,94 € /kg
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Canadian lobster meat
broken meat
39,99 €*
159,96 € /kg
Preparing lobster
Depending on your mood, you can decide whether you want to serve your guests halved lobster or lobster tails. Both are well protected from high heat by the shell and are therefore particularly tender when cooked. Of course, you can also buy the tail & claw meat and grill it if you want to make the preparation as easy as possible. With our tips, you are guaranteed to succeed with this delicacy on the grill.
The right temperature
Now it's time for the fire! Once your lobster is prepared, you can place it on your barbecue. You can choose whether to use an electric, kettle or gas grill. Gourmets prefer a charcoal grill for the perfect smoky flavor. Prepare it the way that suits you - there are no limits to your culinary imagination.
As a guideline for the cooking temperature for lobster, we recommend a short, intense grilling at 200 degrees, followed by gentle finishing at 120 degrees. The core temperature of the lobster meat should be between 56 and 60 degrees for perfect, tender enjoyment.
Recipe ideas for grilled lobster
Do you fancy lobster but don't yet know how to prepare it? Then take a look at our world of enjoyment or be inspired by our suggestions for grilled lobster tail or grilled lobster meat.
Grilled lobster tail
Grilling lobster tails is particularly popular with BBQ experts. Not only do they look great on the grill, they also have the highest meat content. In addition, the meat is particularly protected by the hard shell, develops a great crustacean aroma and and cooks juicy and tender to perfection. Paired with seasonal grilled vegetables and a fine lemon and herb butter, the lobster is a real treat for sea foodies and lobster lovers.
Grilled lobster meat
Are you keen to experiment and love roasted aromas? Then grill your lobster as an ingredient in dishes that are normally prepared in a pan or pot. How about, for example, a real classic of the American Cali gourmet kitchen, namely delicious lobster rolls. Or do you fancy pasta? Then enjoy fine, creamy lobster pasta with the grilled lobster meat. Discover your new favorite lobster recipe in our world of enjoyment.
Side dishes for grilling
To perfectly complement the fine meat of the lobster, light side dishes are ideal, which underline the sweet taste of the crustacean. Colorful leaf salads with bitter notes are ideal and can be seasoned with a fresh lemon vinaigrette, for example. Asparagus in all variations is also a good choice for grilling. Whether green or white asparagus, boiled or fried, the fine stalks go perfectly with grilled lobster. But any kind of grilled vegetable also complements your lobster enjoyment and is extremely easy because it is prepared on the grill at the same time. And of course a crispy baguette with herb butter is a must when grilling!
Sauces and dips for lobster
Sauces and dips for lobster should complement the taste of the crustacean without masking it. Lobster is traditionally served with melted butter, preferably with fresh herbs or garlic. Sauces with fresh, citrus flavors also go well with the sweet meat. Or you can make it particularly easy and serve a delicious aioli with it.
The right wine pairing
Fruity and light wines go best with fine lobster. Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris are excellent choices. A fruity Rosé also goes well with a summer barbecue. And for special occasions, a dry champagne can also accompany the crustacean.
Special seafood for the grill
If you are looking for other seafood to grill in addition to the exquisite lobster, you are guaranteed to find it here. Whether it's fine scallops, impressive carabineros or various squids, they all cut a fine figure on the barbecue. Psst: You'll also find responsibly sourced meat, for good enjoyment without a guilty conscience.
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with head & shell
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Spanish octopus arms
pre-cooked
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In shell
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raw mussel meat
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with head & shell
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Oyster, open in half shell
with shell
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28,54 € /kg
Apulian Moscardino
ready for portioning
23,99 €*
59,98 € /kg
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